Best Custom ROMS For OnePlus 3

OnePlus 3 is arguably the hottest Android devices of 2016. With immense popularity, mostly because of its elite hardware specifications, OP 3 is indeed a flagship killer. Moreover, the device amazed Android enthusiasts wit its whopping 6 GB of RAM. Though OnePlus team took a long time to release an update to fix the RAM management bug, now that it has arrived, the device is even more desirable. Not to forget the latest Oxygen OS 3.2.2 that the device currently runs on.

As the device is now available in the market, the development has already started. Due to more and more user growth every day, contributors and Android enthusiasts are getting into developing some startling custom ROMS for the OnePlus 3. For those of you who might be wondering what is a custom ROM- well, a custom ROM could be anything from modified firmware (be it stock or otherwise) to a completely new OS like the CyanogenMOD 13. However, CM 13 is indeed based on new AOSP source code from Google. So it’s not that different from any other Android OS. So check out some of the best Custom ROMS for the stunning OnePlus 3 device. Below, you will also find a tutorial on how you can install these ROMS.

Freedom OS 1.2.1+ for OP 3

Freedom OS is based on the stock OxygenOS 3.2.2 firmware that comes pre-installed on the OnePlus 3. With Freedom OS, you don’t lose the stock OnePlus experience. Though it is a custom ROM, you can still enjoy the original Oxygen OS user interface and functionalities. The ROM comes with tons of customization options and features for the device. It overcomes the lack of features and also fixes some bugs that come with stock firmware. Features like latest SuperSU systemless 2.74, Viper4Android plus DolbyAtmos, DivineBeats V7.0 Evolution, Xposed installer, Adaway plus hosts files, Android Debugging Bridge, RRO Layer are just some of the many features that have been incorporated into Freedom OS.

FreemOS 1.2.1 features and screenshots

Based on latest OxygenOS 3.2.2

Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

SuperSU | systemless 2.74

Debloat

Install/Uninstall system & Google apps

Change DPI 500 – 350

Viper4Android + DolbyAtmos | DivineBeats V7.0 Evolution

Xposed Installer | Flash the Xposed zip yourself after the AROMA

Adaway + hosts file

Android Debugging Bridge

RRO Layer

Download FreedomOS for OnePlus 3

Official CyanogenMod 13 for OnePlus 3

CyanogenMod is claimed to be the most popular Custom ROM for most of the Android devices. Due to its vast support for various devices, the ROM has become even more popular. The latest version available for CM ROM is the CyanogenMod 13 which is based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and is open source just like the AOSP. Hence, there are many custom ROMS being developed based on CyanogenMod source. For instance, the Resurrection Remix, Nitrogen OS, etc. The CyanogenMod ROMs do not come with any bloatware of any kind. In fact, it is highly customizable and is feature rich.

Download Official CyanogenMod 13 for OnePlus 3

Official Hydrogen OS for OnePlus 3

Hydrogen OS is an alternate ROM for the OnePlus devices. Now, the developers of this ROM has come up with a support for the flagship phone – OnePlus 3. the ROM is similar to stock Oxygen OS. However, it has different features, user interface, etc. So OP 3 users who are looking for a new UI/UX should definitely try this ROM. It comes officially from the Color OS development team. These are the same guys who bring the Oxygen OS and color OS for devices like OnePlus 2 & 1.

Download Official HydrogenOS for OnePlus 3

Resurrection Remix MM ROM for OnePlus 3

Resurrection Remix stands right next to CyanogenMod. In fact, RR ROMS are based on CM ROMS. They are developed over the official CyanogenMod source code and bring even more functionality to your Android device. Once you start with this stunning ROM, you wouldn’t even need MODS like Xposed framework, Kernel tweaks, etc. This is because you will find most of the functionalities in the Configuration option under Settings.

3. Make sure you have latest device drivers setup on your PC in order to transfer the files to your device’s internal storage. Get it from the official page of your device manufacturer.

Installation Instructions

Step 1: Download the CM ROM or the ROM of your choice. Also, downloadthe compatible Google Appsfrom above if you are flashing CM or RR ROMS. If you want root access after installation, then download the latest SuperSU package from here. Transfer all the necessary files to you device’s internal storage or SDcard.

Step 2:Now boot into TWRP recovery. To do so, turn off your device completely and then press and hold the power button and volume down key for a few seconds.